This brick plaza has been in service for many decades in harsh New England weather. You can build one similar to this with my help. (Tim Carter/TNS) Perspective by Tim Carter There’s something ...

Few do-it-yourself weekend projects deliver the beauty, utility, and overall satisfaction that building a brick patio does.

There’s something soothing about brick patios and sidewalks, which is something I learned while installing a patio for my dear, departed mother-in-law. It was 50 years ago, before I was married ...

Use durable paving bricks to create beautiful and rustic concrete brick patios and other brick works in outdoor spaces.

If you love reading and gardening, this DIY bookend project could be the perfect fit to decorate and personalize your garden or raised beds.

Dear Tim: We bought a house that requires an immediate brick patio repair. The brick patio in the back yard is very warped and looks as if a wave ran under it. We want to replace it but don’t ...

Question: I am going to build a brick patio adjacent to a small fish pond in my backyard. I plan to use a gravel and sand base for the bricks. What is the easiest way to get them properly leveled? … ...

Paving stones: DIY a paver patio in 6 easy steps Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. Here's how to use them.

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Are you thinking of hiring a deck builder to build a new porch or deck for your house? While it could be a good investment, it might not be the most effective expenditure. If you need to landscape ...

A concrete paver is not much different from a brick paver. The common concrete pavers used to build walkways, steps and patios are made from smaller stones, coarse sand, Portland cement and ...